Religion and Holidays Passover Passover celebrates the liberation of the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt.
Religion and Holidays Memorial Day Rooted in the post-Civil War period, this United States holiday honors the sacrifices of soldiers who died in American wars.
Religion and Holidays St. Patrick’s Day This Catholic feast day transformed into a secular American holiday honoring the Irish diaspora in the United States.
Religion and Holidays Stand Up to Cancer Day Stand Up to Cancer Day typically coincides with a televised fundraising event. It is designed to raise awareness about cancer and cutting-edge research.
Religion and Holidays Father’s Day This United States holiday was designed to honor the special role of fathers.
Religion and Holidays Mother’s Day This United States holiday was created to honor one mother and now honors all mothers.
Religion and Holidays ʿĀshūrāʾ This Muslim holiday is significant for two different reasons: It commemorates the day that the red seas were parted for Musa (known to Jews and Christians as Moses) and his followers to escape, and also the martyrdom of Hussain ibn Ali, a grandson of the prophet Muhammad.
Religion and Holidays Hanukkah This eight-day festival of lights commemorates the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem and freedom from oppression.
Religion and Holidays International Women's Day This day commemorates and advocates for the advancement of women throughout the world.
Religion and Holidays King Kamehameha Day This Hawaiian holiday honors King Kamehameha the Great who united the Hawaiian islands.
Religion and Holidays Black History Month Themes of social activism, racial equality, and commemorating cultural and civil rights contributions are central to Black History Month.
Religion and Holidays Arba'een Arba’een commemorates the passage of 40 days after the Day of Ashura, the anniversary of the assassination of Hussain ibn Ali, the grandson of Muhammad.
Religion and Holidays Groundhog Day During this North American holiday, a Pennsylvanian groundhog predicts the end of winter.
Religion and Holidays New Year's Day January 1st is celebrated throughout the world as the start of the year.
Religion and Holidays International Transgender Day of Visibility This annual acceptance holiday highlights the accomplishments and issues of trans and gender non-conforming people.
Religion and Holidays Orthodox Good Friday Holy (or Good) Friday is the Christian celebration of the death of Jesus Christ prior to his resurrection on Pascha or Easter.
Religion and Holidays Orthodox Christmas This Christian celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ is observed by Eastern Orthodox denominations who use the Julian calendar.
Religion and Holidays Christmas This Christian holiday, with a large secular presence, celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.
Religion and Holidays Good Friday This Christian holiday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, who followers believe was the son of God.
Religion and Holidays Juneteenth Today commemorates and celebrates the liberation of African Americans from slavery within the United States.
Religion and Holidays Thanksgiving Day Today, Americans celebrate Thanksgiving, a holiday of both gratitude and mourning.
Religion and Holidays Lung Cancer Awareness Month This awareness month is a month-long campaign intended to share information about lung cancer, including encouraging funding and uplifting the stories of lung cancer patients and families.
Religion and Holidays AAPI Heritage Month This annual celebration focuses on respecting, honoring and acknowledging the role and contributions Asian and Pacific Islander Americans have made to the United States.
Religion and Holidays Ash Wednesday This day marks the beginning of the 40 days of Christian Lent, leading up to Easter Sunday. It is a day of reflection and repentance.
Religion and Holidays Easter Today celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, believed by Christians to be the son of God, on the third day after his crucifixion and burial. It is perhaps the holiest of all Christian holidays.
